🎉 Honoured to receive a Children’s/Young Adult Honourable Mention for my book “The Friendship Guide” in the Book Awards for BC — thank you to the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society! 😊 bookcentre.ca/blogs/industry…

Honoured to received this wonderful review for my new board book “Feelings Come, Feeling Go” from the prestigious School Library Journal, the largest reviewer of children’s and young adult material. Thank you SchoolLibraryJournal !😊 #SchoolLibraryJournal #BookReview #EmotionalLiteracy

My heart is with our Indigenous communities as we remember the children who never made it home, and I honour the profound strength of survivors and their families. May we move forward with humility, compassion, & open hearts🧡Thank you Rising Star Designs for this beautiful art.

My latest The Globe and Mail article is out now! It’s a heartfelt guide packed with practical advice for parents to support children with anxiety or depression, from gentle listening to seeking professional help. theglobeandmail.com/life/advice/ar…

We are much more resilient than we realize. Thank you My Self-Love Supply for this touching reminder 😊 #resilience #resilientliving #courage #courageousliving #courageousheart

Absolutely 👏🏻 @yourbeautifullife

Sending thanks to the Austin Public Library for including my book “Under Our Clothes - Our First Talk About Our Bodies” in this list! austin.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/displa…

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay2025. I deeply admire the resilience and strength of my community in facing the diverse challenges of modern life. Today, I celebrate how much we’ve grown as we continue to practice self-compassion for all we go through. Sending support and love ❤️

My latest article for the The Globe and Mail came out today 😊 It explores how parents can thoughtfully navigate conversations after a child receives a mental health or developmental diagnosis. I hope it brings both reassurance and direction. theglobeandmail.com/life/advice/ar…

Loving this emotional regulation communication cheat sheet! Many of these phrases work for parenting too😊 #CoRegulation #educationalpsychology Thank you IEP Individualized Education Program!

Teenagers brains are still emotionally vulnerable. They experience emotions & impulses much more intensely due to massive psychological & physiological growth. 👇👇🧠🌱

Chronic #stress can take a toll on young minds and bodies. Psychology research shows that simple habits—like regular physical activity—can help kids and teens manage stress and feel stronger. Learn more: at.apa.org/223e3c

Proud moment — My “Ask a Child Psychologist” column now has an official Author Page on The Globe and Mail! I’d love for you to visit, explore my articles, and hit follow 😊 #globeandmail #childpsychology theglobeandmail.com/authors/dr-jil…

Gratitude develops when children see it practiced—not when they’re told to “be thankful.” What is one way you make gratitude a part of your daily routine? See more on raising grateful kids: at.apa.org/hp5

Research shows play and downtime help #kids manage stress and boost emotional health. Make room for both in their daily routines. Learn more: at.apa.org/223e3c